Introduced with the Xbox Series X/S, the new Xbox controller looks exactly like the Xbox One controller. Behind the saying “Why change a formula that works?”, the sensible and very welcome improvements we were able to review…
Points forts
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Secure and comfortable grip.
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Accessible and precise controls.
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Good manufacturing quality.
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Precise and comfortable directional cross.
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Low latency on Xbox Series X/S.
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Triple connectivity: Radio, Bluetooth and USB-C.
Weak points
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Battery and cable not included (2 AA batteries only).
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Noise directional cross.
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No real technological advancements (triggers, vibrations, etc.).
In the absence of very significant technological evolution during the transition to the generation of the Xbox series, the Xbox controller is one of the best game controllers we’ve enjoyed on Xbox One and PC in years. Certainly quite sneaky, the advancements made by Microsoft further improve comfort and accuracy, enough to make this new Xbox series controller a benchmark in the field. However we remain unsatisfied with the onboard vibration technologies, which would have benefited from catching up to the technologies used by Nintendo and Sony on their respective official controllers.
Note: The price drop reported is calculated by comparing the lowest price of the day with the average of the lowest prices charged for the product by all merchants in the previous month, excluding in-store prices. with protective rules for those whose VAT policy is unclear (so-called “grey” stores, usually in the case of imports from China).
An alternative
Turtle Beach proves that a good controller doesn’t have to be an expensive controller with its Recon Controller. Obviously, this is a far cry from being capable of being stamped on thin devices. Pro gamers And it will take a good dose to configure some of its features or remap the keys. However, it does its job effectively and can replace an official controller or act as a second pad without any problems. However, you have to be prepared to play with the thread on your back.